HDR · 2 weeks ago
Aviation Engineer
Anchorage, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHDR is an employee-owned company focused on creating a positive impact through engineering and design. They are seeking an Aviation Engineer to provide technical leadership and ensure high-quality engineering solutions for aviation projects in Alaska, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
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Hiring Manager
Jennifer Marshall-Lakin, CIR
Responsibilities
Serve as the technical expert on aviation engineering projects, providing guidance on design and implementation
Lead analyses and design for specific components of projects, ensuring compliance with FAA and other regulatory standards
Develop and implement quality management procedures on assigned tasks
Design and plan production for general civil aspects of aviation projects, including site layouts, grading, drainage, paving, and utilities
Coordinate work of multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle, from development to close-out
Ensure projects are completed on budget and schedule, maintaining high-quality standards
Collaborate with clients, regulators, and agencies to develop strong professional relationships
Mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing
Participate in external professional aviation-related organizations, contributing to the industry and enhancing HDR's reputation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
Previous experience with Airfield Planning and Design
Thorough understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software), AVI-Plan software packages and Infraworks modeling software (or similar design software)
Overall understanding of airfield design
Microsoft Office experience
Strong technical background and experience in designing several aspects of airfields
Solid written and verbal communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
5+ years of experience in field safety and/or logistics
Experience working on sensitive projects with complex teams
Preference will be given to local candidates
Company
HDR
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